JOURNAL ARTICLE

How Killers of the Flower Moon Captures the True Story of the Osage Murders.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2023. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: McCluskey, Megan 3 of 3

Abstract

The article examines the historical accuracy of Martin Scorsese's film "Killers of the Flower Moon," which is based on David Grann's book detailing the Osage murders in 1920s Oklahoma. The film portrays the relationship between Osage woman Mollie Kyle and white veteran Ernest Burkhart, who, under the influence of his uncle William K. Hale, conspires to murder Mollie's family to gain access to their oil wealth. It highlights the systemic violence against the Osage Nation, the role of the U.S. government in their exploitation, and the subsequent FBI investigation that uncovered the murders. The article also discusses differing perspectives on the film's portrayal of love and betrayal within the context of these tragic events. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2023/10, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Ethnic and Cultural Studies
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:173134416
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